Industrial Automation
and Process Control

PLC programming, SCADA system integration, and industrial IoT connectivity for manufacturing, process, and utilities automation projects.

Industrial Automation at Quantova
Overview

Automation That Runs Reliably in Industrial Conditions

Key terms explained: A PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) is the industrial computer that controls machines and processes on the factory floor. SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) is the software system operators use to monitor and control the entire plant from a central screen. OPC-UA is the standard communication protocol that lets equipment from different manufacturers share data. SIS (Safety-Instrumented System) is a dedicated safety layer that shuts equipment down safely if something goes wrong. FAT (Factory Acceptance Test) is formal testing of the complete system before it is installed at your site.

Industrial automation requires engineering for the floor, not the lab. Quantova designs and implements control systems that account for electrical noise, network latency, hardware failure modes, and operator safety — not just normal operating conditions.

Capabilities

Core Services

PLC Programming

Ladder, Structured Text, and Function Block Diagram programming across Siemens, Allen-Bradley, and Mitsubishi platforms.

SCADA Integration

Ignition, WinCC, and iFIX SCADA implementation with historian, alarming, and remote monitoring configuration.

HMI Development

Operator panel and touchscreen HMI development with process mimic screens, alarm management, and role-based access.

Industrial IoT

OPC-UA, MQTT, and Modbus gateway implementation for connecting plant floor data to cloud analytics platforms.

Deliverables

What You Receive

  • PLC program with documentation
  • SCADA screens and historian configuration
  • HMI application and graphics
  • Network and communication architecture
  • Factory acceptance test (FAT) results
Safety first: All control system designs include failure mode analysis. Safety-instrumented system (SIS) requirements are addressed before any implementation begins.
Tools

Technology Stack

Siemens TIA PortalAllen-Bradley Studio 5000Ignition SCADAOPC-UAModbus TCPMQTTiFIX
FAQs

Common Questions

Yes. We can program and commission your existing PLC hardware. For hardware selection on new projects, we advise on the appropriate platform for your application.

Quantova handles software and programming. For panel design and electrical installation, we work alongside your electrical contractor or can recommend partners.

Automate Your Process

Share your process description and control requirements. We will scope the automation design and implementation effort.

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